Hotel Metropol Basel, Basel ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

Elisabethenanlage 5, Basel, Switzerland, 4002

Hotel Metropol Basel is a modern hotel located in the vibrant Vorstädte district, close to Basel University and several museums. It features soundproof rooms designed for comfort with high-quality amenities. Its proximity to the SBB/SNCF train station ensures convenient access to the city and beyond.

Location

Hotel Metropol is situated less than 2 minutes from Basel's main train station, providing easy access to local trams and buses. Guests receive a Mobility Ticket that allows unlimited public transport use during their stay. Key attractions like the Basel Minster, museums, and the old town are reachable within a short walk.

Rooms

The hotel offers 46 soundproof rooms available in categories including Economy, Style, Comfort, and First. Each room features a flat-screen satellite TV, a minibar, and free coffee/tea making facilities. Bathrooms are modern, equipped with toiletries, hairdryers, bathrobes, and slippers. The mattresses are handmade in Basel, designed to enhance guest comfort.

Eat & Drink

A breakfast room located on the 8th floor provides views of the city where guests can enjoy a continental breakfast. Guests may also indulge in cocktails at the adjacent Hotel Euler's Euler Bar. For dining, Caspar's restaurant offers a romantic setting to experience local and international cuisine.

Leisure & Business

The hotel provides a small wellness and fitness area, featuring top modern gym equipment for health-conscious guests. A newly renovated fitness room is available for use at any time. Business travelers have access to reliable internet and can benefit from the personal service at the reception.

“The hotel's proximity to the train station made it incredibly easy to explore the city and catch my flight.”view full review

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Top location:Highly rated by recent guests(10.0)

Check-in/Check-out

from 14:00-23:59

until 12 pm

Amenities

No parking available.

Wireless internet is available in the entire hotel for free.

Other information

The hotel offers a full breakfast at the price of CHF 19 per person per day.

There are no extra beds provided in a room.

Pets are allowed on request.

Year renovated:2012

Number of floors:8

Number of rooms:46

Former name

Metropol Swiss Quality Hotel

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Double Room

Max:

2 persons

21 m²

Bed options:

2 Single beds

Landscape view

Shower

Heating

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Comfort Double Room

Max:

2 persons

18 m²

Bed options:

2 Single beds

Landscape view

Shower

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Queen Room

Max:

2 persons

16 m²

Bed options:

1 Double bed

City view

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Getting around

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City Center

Basel3300 ft

Airports

Kloten (ZRH) 54.4 mi

Belp (BRN) 67.2 mi

Train

Basel SBB700 ft

Badischer Bahnhof 1.6 mi

Bus

Bus stop400 ft

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Delicious Breakfast!

“I loved the breakfast options available; there were plenty of choices to start the day right, from fresh pastries to hearty dishes.” view full review

Effortless Transport!

“The shuttle service from the airport was incredibly convenient, making our arrival smooth and stress-free.” view full review

Cozy Comfort!

“The room was spotless and featured a comfortable bed; it was a pleasure to unwind after a day of exploration.” view full review

Luxurious Bathroom!

“The bathroom had a fantastic combination tub/shower, and the large towels added a touch of luxury to our stay.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
No parking
Safe deposit box
Express check-in/ -out
Pets allowed
24-hour security
Baggage storage
Elevator
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Laundry
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance
Welcome drink

Children

Cribs

Room features

Heating
Soundproofed rooms
Sitting area
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

Elisabethenanlage 5, Basel, Switzerland, 4002

Map view

street view

Elisabethenanlage 5, Basel, Switzerland, 4002

City landmarks

Zoo

Basel Zoological Garden

3700 ft

Museums

Basel Historical Museum

2600 ft

Church

Basler Munster

3400 ft

Museums

Fine Arts Museum Basel

2700 ft

Bus Station

Gate of Spalen

4400 ft

Stadiums

Stadion St Jakobpark

1.5 mi

Square

Muensterplatz

3400 ft

Museums

Basel Paper Mill Museum

4800 ft

Museums

Toy Worlds Museum Basel

2600 ft

Museums

Pharmacy Museum of the University of Basel

5100 ft

Public Building

Rathaus

4100 ft

Bridges

Middle Bridge

1.1 mi

Museums

Jean Tinguely Museum

1.4 mi

Museums

Natural History Museum of Basel

3900 ft

Museums

Museum Klingental

1.1 mi

Botanical Garden

University of Basel Botanical Garden

1.0 mi

Fountains

Tinguely Brunnen

2200 ft

Old Town stroll

3300 ft

Museums

Museum of Cultures

3600 ft

Church

St. Paul's Church

3100 ft

Museums

Caricature & Cartoon Museum Basel

3500 ft

Pfalz

3800 ft

Events

Congress Center Basel

1.2 mi

Nearby

St. Alban-Graben 5

Basel Museum of Ancient Art and Ludwig Collection

800 ft

Museums

Swiss Architecture Museum

800 ft

Centralbahnplatz

Strassburger Monument

300 ft

Steinenberg 7

Kunsthalle Basel

1800 ft

Steinentorweg 20

Markthalle

1000 ft

Church

Offene Kirche Elisabethen

1900 ft

Aeschenplatz

Hammering Man

1900 ft

Restaurants

Caspar's

200 ft

Centralbahnplatz 14

Malibu Nation Superfood

500 ft

Centralbahnplatz 6

Confiserie Bachmann

500 ft

Centralbahnplatz 7

Fluegelrad

600 ft

Elisabethenanlage 11

Zum Kuss

700 ft

Elisabethenstrasse 59

Hinz & Kunz Bar

1100 ft

Steinentorberg 20 Markthalle Basel

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

86%

liked the hotel and would stay again

Great location

Friendly staff

Limited breakfast options

Wi-Fi not included in the price

8.6/10

Great

Rooms

8.7

Location

10.0

Service

9.0

Dining

8.3

Margaret

United States of America, October 2023

9.0/10

The hotel offers spacious, quiet, and very clean rooms with a good outlook, although the pricing is on the higher side. The service was extremely friendly and helpful, even surprising us with a special breakfast. The location is excellent, within walking distance of the main station and central attractions. The dining experience was varied and delicious, located on the 8th floor with stunning rooftop views. Overall, a great stay with some aspects to consider.

Rooms

8.0

My room was large, well-laid out with good storage, a safe, and a mini-bar, providing a comfortable stay.

Service

9.0

The staff was very helpful and friendly, going above and beyond to ensure a pleasant experience throughout the hotel.

Location

10.0

The location is excellent, very close to the SBB Basel Station and key attractions, offering easy access to explore the city.

Dining

9.0

The dining experience was exceptional, with varied and delicious options, complemented by breathtaking rooftop restaurant views.

Facilities

9.0

The hotel facilities were modern and convenient, enhancing the overall stay experience.

Mary

United States of America, June 2023

9.2/10

I absolutely loved my stay at this hotel! The rooms were clean, spacious, and had everything I needed. The staff was incredibly friendly and helpful. The location was perfect, close to the train station and with easy access to the city. The dining experience was excellent, with a stunning view of Basel. Overall, great value for money.

Rooms

9.0

My room was spacious and well-equipped with a bath & shower, comfortable beds, mini-fridge, and plenty of storage space for my clothes. The electronic safe provided extra security. Waking up on the 8th floor to the sun rising over the hills was a beautiful start to my day.

Service

9.0

The service here was top-notch. The staff was always friendly and ready to help. They even provided me with tourism information and made my stay even more enjoyable.

Location

10.0

The location couldn't be better! Across from a lovely park, walking distance to the train station, close to buses to the airport, and centrally located for easy access to everything in Basel.

Dining

9.0

Dining in the striking dining room with views over Basel was an incredible experience. The meals were excellent, and the city view from the top floor was breathtaking.

Facilities

9.0

The facilities at the hotel were fantastic. Everything was well-maintained and provided a comfortable and enjoyable experience throughout my stay.

Great location

Limited breakfast options

Albert

United States of America, May 2023

8.8/10

The hotel had a magnificent view from the spacious, modern, clean, and well-kept rooms. It was a nice, clean, and quiet place, perfect for staying before our midnight flight back home.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were spacious, modern, clean, and well-kept, offering a nice and quiet environment with a magnificent view.

Service

9.0

The staff was extremely friendly and helpful, going above and beyond to accommodate us, even surprising us with a special breakfast on our second visit.

Location

10.0

The location was excellent, very close to the SBB Basel Station, providing easy access to the city on foot or by tram.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience included a standard Continental style breakfast, but nothing extraordinary.

Facilities

The hotel offered all the essential facilities needed for a comfortable stay.